Whitestone

Whitestone is an upper middle-class residential neighborhood in northern Queens, New York City. The area was built on white limestone, hence its name, and wealthy New Yorkers began to build mansions in the area during the late 19th century. Rapid development ensued during the 1920s, when train service was expanded into the neighborhood. In 2010, Whitestone had a population of 30,773 people, with 68.1% being white, 17.4% Asian, 12.2% Hispanic, 1.1% multiracial, .8% African-American, .3% other, and .1% Native American.